Fact vs. Opinion Quiz

Which of the following is a fact?

• Chocolate ice cream tastes better than vanilla.

• The Earth revolves around the Sun.

• Dogs are the cutest animals.

• Summer is the best season.

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What is an opinion?

• A statement that can be proven true or false.

• A statement that expresses personal feelings or beliefs.

• A statement that is always false.

• A statement found in a textbook.

Which of the following statements is a fact?

• The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.

• Blue is the most beautiful color.

• Pizza is the best food.

• Winter is colder than summer everywhere.

Which of the following is an opinion?

• Water boils at 100°C at sea level.

• The capital of France is Paris.

• Reading books is more enjoyable than watching movies.

• The human body has 206 bones.

Identify whether the following statement is a fact or an opinion: "Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world."

• Fact

• Opinion

• Neither

• Both

Determine if the statement is a fact or an opinion: "Math is the most important subject in school."

• Fact

• Opinion

• Both

• Neither

Which of the following statements can be verified by evidence?

• Dogs are better pets than cats.

• The Amazon River is longer than the Mississippi River.

• Summer is more fun than winter.

• Chocolate is the tastiest dessert.

Read the statement and decide if it is a fact or an opinion: "The Great Wall of China is over 13,000 miles long."

• Fact

• Opinion

• Both

• Neither

A student reads the following statement: "Online learning is more effective than traditional classroom learning." What evidence would you need to determine if this is a fact or an opinion?

• Personal preferences of students

• Scientific studies comparing learning outcomes

• The number of online courses available

• The cost of internet access

You are given the statement: "Recycling helps reduce pollution." How would you determine if this is a fact or an opinion?

• Check if there are scientific reports supporting the claim

• Ask your friends what they think

• Decide based on your own beliefs

• See if it is mentioned in a storybook